Head of Financial Accounting

Blum, Inc•Stanley, NC

35d

About The Position

Join our team as the Head of Financial Accounting, a critical leadership role that shapes the accuracy, integrity, and reliability of our financial reporting and operations. If you're a seasoned accounting professional who thrives in an environment focused on excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement, we invite you to explore this opportunity. Position Summary The Head of Financial Accounting oversees daily accounting operations and ensures the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting, tax compliance, risk management and audit readiness. This role manages the accounting team, leads monthly and annual close processes, maintains internal controls, and partners with leadership to provide financial insights that guide strategic decisions. The manager also coordinates all external audit activities and ensures the organization’s federal, state, and local tax obligations are met.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
CPA strongly preferred.
8+ years of progressive accounting experience.
Experience with tax filings and audit management.
Proficiency with ERP systems, SAP knowledge is a plus
Strong analytical and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
Experience in multi-entity or global organizations.
prior experience in a CPA firm
Internal controls experience.
Familiarity with automation tools.

Responsibilities

Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
Prepare accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
Ensure compliance with corporate policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
Maintain and reconcile the general ledger.
Oversee AP, AR, fixed assets, and other accounting functions.
Review account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies promptly.
Maintain the chart of accounts and standardized processes across the organization.
Oversee preparation and filing of federal, state, and local tax returns.
Ensure timely payment of all tax obligations.
Monitor changes in tax laws and assess impacts on the organization.
Manage tax planning initiatives.
Maintain documentation required for tax audits and support tax inquiries.
Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors.
Coordinate annual financial statement audits and interim audit procedures.
Prepare audit schedules and respond to auditor requests.
Support internal audit activities.
Develop and maintain strong internal control systems.
Review and update accounting policies and procedures.
Ensure compliance with internal controls frameworks.
Review risk landscape and implement insurance policies with our brokers while partnering with our Austrian headquarters on the global insurance program
Host and coordinate annual risk management meetings
Supervise, train, and mentor accounting staff.
Set performance expectations and conduct evaluations.
Foster continuous improvement and accountability.
Support annual budget and forecasting processes.
Provide financial analysis.
Collaborate with management accounting and operational teams.
Optimize accounting systems and workflows.
Support system upgrades or new tool implementations.
Identify automation and process improvement opportunities.